1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Blazer | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
